Types of Truck Crash The impact of a truck crash can result in serious injuries for both the truck driver as well as the passengers of the truck. Large trucks can be difficult to maneuver. Driver fatigue, fatigue and safety issues are also factors that can cause an accident. It's not always easy to identify who is to blame. Rear-End Collisions Rear-end collisions are a frequent type of accident. They occur when two cars collide, usually at a traffic intersection. This can happen when one driver isn't aware of an intersection with a red light,